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What is the main focus of thermodynamics?
What is the main focus of thermodynamics?
- Magnetism, electricity, and radiation
- Light, sound, and pressure
- Heat, work, and temperature (correct)
- Velocity, acceleration, and force
Who was the physicist who believed that engine efficiency was crucial for winning wars?
Who was the physicist who believed that engine efficiency was crucial for winning wars?
- Michael Faraday
- Lord Kelvin
- James Clerk Maxwell
- Sadi Carnot (correct)
Which field does thermodynamics NOT apply to?
Which field does thermodynamics NOT apply to?
- Biochemistry
- Mechanical engineering
- Astronomy (correct)
- Physical chemistry
What governs the behavior of heat, work, and temperature in thermodynamics?
What governs the behavior of heat, work, and temperature in thermodynamics?
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Who was the first to formulate a concise description of thermodynamics?
Who was the first to formulate a concise description of thermodynamics?
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